What are Naomi Osaka’s comeback plans?
It would be fair to say that Naomi Osaka is returning to tennis with some lofty ambitions. She has set her sights on the Australian Open and will be in the draw as long as she steers clear of injury. In that sense, Brisbane will serve as an important part of her preparation. “I am really excited about getting back out on court and competing,” Osaka said. “I always love starting my season in Brisbane and can’t wait to return. “The Brisbane International is such a great tournament and will set me up for a brilliant comeback this summer.” She isn’t coming back just to make up the numbers either, according to her performance coach Florian Zitzelsberger. “Where she is today is what makes working with her so inspiring,” Florian Zitzelsberger said. “She wants to get back to world No. 1, she wants to win Grand Slams. “She gives me the impression of someone who is totally balanced and happy with herself. She’s very much grounded, mature and embracing the beauty of motherhood.”READ NEXT: Paula Badosa angrily denies claims she has ‘destroyed’ Stefanos Tsitsipas’ career
